Renaud’s Patisserie and Bistro – downtown

I’m happy to see that Renaud’s in the Arlington Plaza downtown has expanded their outdoor seating. Before it was a couple 2-tops, now there is a little patio with half a dozen tables.  I know that looking into a car park is not terribly exciting, but Santa Barbara is blessed with such beautiful weather most of the year that being out in the fresh air is good enough.

I, however, had errands to run, so picked up some sweets to go.

Renaud's pastries

An almond croissant, a plain croissant, and a macaron each of chocolate and salted caramel.

Going to Renaud’s was inspired by the latest Edible Santa Barbara, btw. Did you see the photo spread of all those pastries? Why should I ask that, just click the link, s’il vous plait.

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Renaud’s
1324 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
renaudsbakery.com